1977 Ford Granada vs. 1994 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1994 Toyota Camry is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Camry (71 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Camry weights approximately 160 kg more than 1977 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Toyota Camry (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 1994 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Granada | Camry |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 84 L |
